8 savoury ways to cook with fruit

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8 savoury ways to cook with fruit

From strawberries to papaya, fruits are about to become the leading stars of your dishes.

You reach for fruit to make crumbles, pie and cakes, but have you tried incorporating them into savoury dishes? Here are eight easy recipes that will make you wonder why you haven't done so before.

1. Strawberry salad with toasted hazelnuts

Delicious in numerous summery desserts, strawberries also make a tasty addition to a variety of salads. Paired with toasted hazelnuts and feta cheese this dish is perfect on its own, or topped with grilled salmon or chicken.

Tropical fruit such as mango is often used in Vietnamese cuisine to create punchy and crisp salads like this one. Serve it with lemongrass-marinated beef or spicy shrimp and brighten with a fresh lime squeeze.

5. Hawaiian grilled cheese

6. Peach panzanella

A traditional panzanella salad made with hearty bread and tomatoes is the perfect candidate for summer-ripe plump peaches. Paired with avocado and fresh herbs, this dish has al fresco dining written all over it.